E8 Markets - Company review 2026

Withdrawal:

Not conducted

Shopper's status:

Registered

Trader Support and Feedback

Declared communication channels:

Email • A response was received quickly, within 3 minutes
Online chat • Available. I asked whether there were any current promotions or discounts. The manager provided an active promo code offering a 5% discount on challenge purchases.
Knowledge base • Separate sections for Forex and Futures

Claims about support:

None.

Claims to the knowledge base:

None.

Alternative support channels:

The company maintains an active presence on social media: Facebook, Twitter, and Discord. Their YouTube channel is regularly updated with market reviews, breakdowns of trader mistakes during challenges, and live streams. The latest video at the time of review was titled “Live Trading: New York Session”, promising market insights, although it only garnered 116 views.
Their Instagram account is equally active, showcasing payment confirmations, interviews with successful traders, and hosting contests.

Restrictions, Fines, Blocking

Blocking for account inactivity:

There is a 60-day rule after which all accounts are closed if they were inactive.

Single IP rule:

IP changes are allowed, and trading from multiple devices/IP addresses is permitted. However, if any of those devices or IPs are linked to another user’s account, the company may request clarification.

Overnight position:

Holding positions overnight is allowed during both evaluation and funded phases. Weekend positions are allowed with restrictions – only if there is no major market-moving news expected on Monday.

Copy trading:

Permitted only between a trader’s own accounts. Copying trades during the challenge phase is strictly prohibited.

Use of VPN and VPS:

VPN or VPS can be used for trading, but access to the dashboard and website will be restricted while they are active.

Prohibited trading practices:

• All-or-nothing trading. Placing trades so risky that a single order could trigger the entire daily loss limit is not allowed.
• Hedging across multiple accounts (including copy-hedging). Opening opposing positions across one or more accounts is strictly forbidden.
• Use of Expert Advisors (EAs). Using multiple EAs or high-frequency trading is not allowed.
• Irresponsible trading. Immature or uncontrolled strategies such as oversized lots without risk management are prohibited.

Claims to blocking conditions:

None.

Convenience of the Personal Account

Informativeness of the personal account:

The dashboard provides all necessary challenge details, including:

• Maximum allowed drawdown
• Daily drawdown limit
• Required profit target
• Leverage level

Correspondence of information on the site with the Personal Account:

The information is correct.

Navigation and usability:

The Personal Account contains everything you need for convenient and efficient work: a calendar of your transactions, a blog with useful materials, an economic calendar, an up-to-date news feed, a payout leaderboard, and an online chat for contacting support.

Negative Reviews Online

There are no critical complaints such as non-payment, unfair challenge evaluation, or hidden fees.
However, some users point out minor flaws in the support service. While this is a common issue across the industry, it still affects user experience.
One recurring complaint involves regional restrictions: traders are sometimes allowed to enter giveaways but later disqualified due to country limitations. We share one such example below.

Opinion of the Mystery Shopper

E8 Markets is one of the first proprietary trading firms in the USA. Although relatively young, the company has officially operated in the prop trading space since 2021.
The U.S. jurisdiction offers both advantages – such as the ability to include Futures among its instruments – and some limitations for clients. You can purchase a challenge using a credit card or cryptocurrency, but profits can only be withdrawn through specific payment platforms, which are not supported in all countries.

Is the company suitable to be recommended for cooperation?

I personally haven’t completed any challenges at E8 Markets, but based on reviews from the trading community, the company has a positive reputation. Many traders have successfully passed challenges, and I haven’t seen any major complaints so far.

One important note: E8 Markets uses a trailing drawdown model. This can affect your risk management approach, so it’s essential to understand this aspect beforehand.

Overall, the company appears to be a solid option, especially if you’re familiar with its conditions in advance.

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